Entry Level Direct Support Staff - Independent Life Skills Coach

AdultDayProgram.Org; Fallbrook (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Career Growth

Mon–Fri Day Schedule

Job summary

Stepping Stone Resources in Fallbrook, CA seeks an Entry-Level Direct Support Professional / Life Skills Coach to help adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities build independence, confidence, and real-world skills in a hands-on role.

This position covers Monday–Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at our Fallbrook site, with options for driving participants and community outings. No prior experience is required; training, coaching, and certification support are provided.

Qualifications

• Compassion, patience, and respect for adults with disabilities
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Willingness to learn behavioral support strategies
• Comfort working in an active, hands-on environment
• Ability to safely participate in walking, standing, bending, transitions, community outings, and participant support
• Comfort supporting participants in community and transportation settings
• Ability to meet applicable training, licensing, clearance, and program requirements before working with participants

Responsibilities

• Support adults in community outings and safe transportation
• Assist with social skills and communication
• Help with daily living and independence skills
• Lead structured activities and classes
• Provide behavioral support under supervision
• Ensure safe transitions between vehicles, activities, and locations
• Encourage confidence and real-world life skills

Skills

Compassion, patience, respect for—adul

Reliable attendance

Follow written and verbal instructions

Willingness to learn behavioralSupport

Active, hands-on environment

Mobility; walking/standing

Community transportation support

Training/compliance requirements

Job description

Entry-Level Direct Support Professional / Life Skills Coach

Paid Training | Career Growth | Monday–Friday Day Schedule

At Stepping Stone Resources, we support adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in building independence, confidence, communication, safety skills, and meaningful community connection.

We are hiring Entry-Level Direct Support Professionals / Life Skills Coaches for an active, hands‑on role supporting adults in site‑based and community‑based adult day program services. No prior experience is required. We provide training, coaching, and certification support.

This is a strong fit for someone who is dependable, calm under pressure, comfortable being active throughout the day, and interested in growing a long‑term career in human services.

Why this role is different

This is not a desk job. Our DSPs are moving, coaching, supporting, driving, and helping participants practice real‑life skills in the program and in the community.

You may help participants with:

• Community outings and safe transportation

• Social skills and communication

• Daily living and independence skills

• Structured activities and classes

• Behavioral support using company training and supervisor guidance

• Safe transitions between vehicles, activities, and community locations

• Building confidence, independence, and real‑world life skills

Schedule

Monday through Friday

8:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Starting from our Fallbrook location

All weekends are optional and not required. Some schedules may vary based on training, meetings, transportation needs, participant schedules, and program assignments. All weekend schedules are optional.

Passenger Etiquette classes and community support

Some assignments involve supporting participants during community outings and transportation. Candidates should be comfortable driving company vehicles when assigned and authorized.

Applicants must generally have:

• A valid California driver’s license

• A safe and acceptable driving record

• Ability and willingness to drive participants as assigned

• Ability to comply with company transportation and insurance requirements

Passenger Etiquette candidates receive higher rates of pay.

Reasonable accommodation requests related to driving or other job requirements will be reviewed individually in accordance with applicable law.

Paid training and career growth

We provide training and support so you can build a career in the developmental disability services field.

Training and development may include:

• CPI / Crisis Prevention Intervention training

• DSP I certification support

• Hands‑on CPR certification support

• Ongoing professional development

• Coaching and supervision from experienced team members

• Opportunities to grow into higher‑level responsibilities, assignments, hours, or positions

After required training has been completed, additional assignments, hours, leadership opportunities, and higher‑level positions may be offered based on business needs, employee availability, performance, qualifications, program needs, and supervisor approval.

Employees may also have the opportunity to earn higher pay by taking on approved additional responsibilities, including teaching participant Passenger Etiquette classes. These opportunities may require safe driving, comfort supporting participants in vehicles and community settings, completion of required training, and supervisor approval.

Requirements

• Compassion, patience, and respect for adults with disabilities

• Reliable attendance and punctuality

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

• Willingness to learn behavioral support strategies

• Comfort working in an active, hands‑on environment

• Ability to safely participate in walking, standing, bending, transitions, community outings, and participant support

• Comfort supporting participants in community and transportation settings

• Ability to meet applicable training, licensing, clearance, and program requirements before working with participants

Pay and benefits

• Competitive starting pay

• Driving hours paid at a higher rate

• Higher pay opportunities for approved certifications, driving‑related assignments, and approved instructional responsibilities

• Paid sick time

• Safe Harbor 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid training

• Certification support

• Career growth opportunities

• Supportive, mission‑driven team

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stepping Stone Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.